“Tina was a fabulous host! She was quick and easy to communicate with and provided very pertinent and detailed information about the Cottage and activities in the surrounding community. On our arrival the cottage was open, very welcoming and clean. The Cottage was exactly as described. It actually was bigger than I had expected. The cottage is in close proximity to other homes but it felt very private. I found the neighbors and neighborhood quiet. There are 2 parking areas for cottage guests and we always found one available. Although another reviewer mentioned a building project on a neighboring lot, we did not see anyone at the building site during our 6 day stay. It looked like the major works at this site are finished. Tina has thought of everything. The Cottage is a visual smorgasbord of unique treasures. The front verandah was the perfect place to have a morning cuppa and an evening cocktail. The Cottage was the perfect place to call home for our visit to Port Douglas. I hope you open your home to us in the future.

The cottage was fabulous. Love the decor and your artistic expression. We were very comfortable. The bed was comfy. Loved the 50 things you must do in PD info. My favorites were the farmers market, GBR, yoga on the beach, the Daintree and watching the boats come in from the reef. It was fun-filled 50th!! ”

Artistshouses are an amazing selection of six holiday homes filled with art, soul and good vibes, in North Queensland, Australia and Berlin, created by Matthew, Tina, Pablo and Hugo Wild. Tina Gonsalves is an artist. Matthew Wild is a chef. Their son, Pablo Wild is nine and sees the world as his home. Little Hugo is loving the adventures. We travel a lot, but when we are not, we live between Beautiful Port Douglas,and amazing Berlin, and we love to spend time in Goa, India as well.

Our homes are created from love, hard work, and a passion of collecting and making. We search the world for items we love. As much as possible, we try to use recycled building materials, and upcycle furniture. Our houses aren't fussy or pretentious, but they are all about charming you, making you feel great, and most importantly about love and celebrating the creative spirit! Stop searching - you have found the perfect holiday homes! Houses that create wonderful memories, inspire the senses, and most of all, feel like a home away from home.

Pablo in the Philippines, 2015

Pablo Wild is eight years old. He has traveled a lot in his young life. As part of his schooling this year, he will be writing a journal to share and remember his travels. From China, to Morocco, to Europe, to India, its been an incredible childhood. Check out his blog.

Pablo says his favorite country is India. He loves apples. And he love his little brother hugo, even though sometimes he annoys him. He also loves minecraft. He loves swimming on the beach and surfing, he likes karate, and he loves his friends and all of his family. He wishes there was no pollution, no wars,no guns and no shoes.

Pablo hanging out in Goa, India 2014

This year, we will also be writing our own blog about traveling with a family. We have never let parenthood stop our quest to explore the world.

Its not a traditional life we are living, and some might say our lifestyle is brave with such a young family, but as hard as it can be, it feels like each day something new is learned, and discovered. We are always greeted with such warmth and smiles. The kids have got used to having their daily sleeps around chaos, on trains, tricycles, ferries, planes. Its made them calm little confident beings, and Pablo is developing such curious nature about the world. Its been brilliant for them, and for us a parents. I hope our kids see the world as their home, and that there are many different ways to live a life. It definitely a challenge taking your kids out of the normal life, but for us, its been an incredible adventure. Our blog documents the adventures and challenges of our 2016 journey.

We believe in doing what you love. We believe lifestyle is an artwork, that keeps on getting better. We are a young family of nomads who love art, food and traveling the world. Stop by here to find out more about our latest adventures. 